Speaking to the research themes of the new Global Institute for Strategic Research, the opening plenary will consider the global challenges of governance, advancement (defined as progress, prosperity, and development), and peace and the role of states – operating globally, regionally, and bilaterally – in pursuing greater connectivity and collective action for meeting these 21st …

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This roundtable will examine the geopolitical dimensions of advancing AI, including competition between major powers, risks of destabilization, and differing regulatory approaches. The discussion will explore the potential social and economic impacts of AI adoption, both positive and negative, as well as the ethical implications of AI systems and policy frameworks needed for responsible governance.

This roundtable will analyze ongoing energy transition strategies based on the global commitment to meet the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change target to reduce CO2 emissions to prevent global surface temperatures from rising over 1.5C above pre-industrial levels, while taking into consideration the strategic challenges facing the sector due to the ongoing power …

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This roundtable will delve into the reasons why peace agreements falter and explores the role of design, capacity, and political will. It will highlight the importance of understanding the wider environments that characterise and shape peace processes, including that of state fragility, and offers insights to support more robust and sustainable agreements.

Moderators and Reporters from the breakout session will report back on their findings to the Plenary.

This final plenary will reflect on the conclusions reached by the breakout sessions and will launch the joint GISR, Doha Forum and Stimson Center report on the Future of International Cooperation 2023. This report seeks to facilitate deeper collaboration between governments, civil society, religious leaders, the media, the business community, and international organizations to help …

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